1982 GMC Suburban vs. 1967 Mercury Brougham
To start off, 1982 GMC Suburban is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Brougham would be higher. At 6,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Brougham (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1982 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Suburban.
Because 1982 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Mercury Brougham (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1982 GMC Suburban | 1967 Mercury Brougham | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Suburban | Brougham |
Year Released | 1982 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 6990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 627 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3130 mm |